Port Chester, N.Y., Code of Ordinances ch. 248 (eCode360 ed. 2026) § 248-4
Applicability and exceptions
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A. Applicability. This chapter applies to all rental units within two-family dwellings that are not owner-occupied. B. Exemptions. The provisions of this chapter do not apply to: (1) Two-family dwellings that are owner-occupied; (2) Two-family dwellings exempted by the Department as required by federal or state law or regulation; (3) Short-term rentals, such as those listed on platforms like Airbnb or VRBO. C. Non-transferability. Rental property registrations, inspections, and associated fees are non-transferable in the event of any change in ownership or management. Owner must notify the Department if there is a change in ownership within 30 days.
Section 248-4 of Port Chester's Code of Ordinances defines which rental properties fall under Chapter 248 and which do not. The chapter covers rental units inside two-family dwellings where the owner does not live on the premises, while owner-occupied two-family homes, federally or state-mandated exemptions, and short-term rentals (such as Airbnb or VRBO listings) are excluded. Registrations, inspections, and fees tied to a covered property cannot be transferred when ownership or management changes hands, and any ownership change must be reported to the Department within 30 days.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 248-4, operators of non-owner-occupied two-family dwellings in Port Chester generally confirm whether their property falls within the chapter's scope before assuming any exemption applies. Compliant owners keep track of any change in ownership or management and notify the Department within the 30-day window required by § 248-4(C). Because registrations and inspection records are non-transferable, owners involved in a sale or management transition typically initiate a fresh registration process rather than relying on the prior owner's filings.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 248-4 establishes that tenants living in non-owner-occupied two-family dwellings in Port Chester are covered by Chapter 248's protections, while those in owner-occupied two-family homes or short-term rental arrangements are not. If a tenant believes their unit should be covered but the landlord has not complied with the chapter's requirements, they may contact the Port Chester Department referenced in § 248-4 to inquire about the property's registration status. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Westchester County housing rules can help clarify whether a specific dwelling type falls within or outside the chapter's scope.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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